Children Need Independent Patient Advocates, Too
BY REBEKA ACOSTA, BCPA
Every child with significant illness should have an independent patient advocate in addition to their informed and involved parents.
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The Ingredients Required to Develop a State-of-the-Art Pediatric Care Management Team
BY JENNY QUIGLEY-STICKNEY, RN, MSN, MHA, MA, CCM, ACM-RN, CPHM, CMAC
To better understand what is required to develop the specialized skills to work at the world-renowned Boston’s Children’s Hospital, CMSA Today invited three case managers from this prestigious center designed to treat pediatric patients from birth to adulthood, with acute to chronic pediatric care conditions.
Taking Care of YOU After a Layoff—Part 2
BY MICHELLE M. CROOK, BSN, RN, CRRN, CCM, BCPA
In last month’s issue, we reviewed the experience of being laid off, along with the emotions that frequently occur with such a sudden change. We also covered some self-preservation techniques and interventions to help you to cope, connect with others and discover your next opportunity. This month, I present additional actionable items and helpful tips that will likely be quite helpful to you now and in the future.
Struggling to Find Happiness After Childbirth: Identifying Mothers with Postpartum Depression
BY JENNIFER HEALY, MSN, RNC-OB, CCM
The social stigma associated with any mental health concern, including postpartum depression, prevents many mothers from openly communicating with friends, family or their medical provider about their symptoms, preventing them from getting the help they need. It is important, now more than ever, to bring awareness to this pregnancy complication to help patients who suffer from postpartum depression get the treatment they need.
Successful Strategies for the Transition to Adulthood for Young Adults with Disabilities
BY STACEY HERMAN, MS, CESP, AND MAUREEN VAN STONE, ESQ., MS
Not only do case managers assist with transitioning their clients from pediatric medical services to adult care, but they must also prepare the individual and their parent or guardian for the change from school-based services to employment services.
Pediatric, Maternal/Child Health Case Management
BY COLLEEN MORLEY, DNP, RN, CCM, CMAC, CMCN, ACM-RN
I hope you are enjoying this beautiful summertime! The aftereffects of the CMSA National Conference in June still have me invigorated and excited about our profession. I am honored to take the reins as CMSA National President from the inimitable Melanie Prince.
Back Together Again for the 2022 CMSA Annual Conference
Thank you for joining us for CMSA’s 32nd annual conference June 1-4, with more than 52 CEs available, amazing networking, innovative products and services from exhibitors here to support your work and countless hours of reconnecting.
The Magic of Pediatric Nursing
BY ANGIE LABRECK, MSN, RN, CPN, ACM
Pediatric nursing is wonderfully unique. We get the opportunity — no — we are encouraged to step outside the box every day with every patient. Florence Nightingale has been quoted as saying that “nursing is a fine art,” and I add that pediatric nursing is the finest of those arts.
Taking Care of YOU After a Layoff
BY MICHELLE M. CROOK, BSN, RN, CRRN, CCM, BCPA
If you have ever been in the unfortunate position of being laid off, you are likely familiar with that pit-in-the-stomach, “OMG” moment when you realize that your life has drastically changed in an instant. I believe that many people in this situation, whether the layoff was expected or not, go through the stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance.
Director Profiles
BY ANNE LLEWELLYN, MS, BHSA, RN, CCM, CRRN
Here, we highlight case management professionals who are leaders, mentors and directors in various settings where case managers practice their trade. Each has shared information about who they are and the work they do across the broad healthcare system. Please take a few minutes to read about their work and the value they bring.